How To Prepare for an Immigration Physical and What to Expect
Dr. Marc Lewandoski is a highly experienced Civil Surgeon authorized to perform immigration physicals in compliance with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) requirements. Our clinic welcomes individuals from all backgrounds who need a thorough and professional medical examination as part of their immigration process.
During your visit, Dr. Lewandoski will conduct a comprehensive evaluation, including a review of your medical history, necessary vaccinations, and any required lab tests to ensure all USCIS guidelines are met. Our team is dedicated to making this process as smooth and stress-free as possible, providing clear guidance and support every step of the way.
If you need an immigration medical exam, we encourage you to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lewandoski at your earliest convenience
To schedule an appointment, please call 631-274-0777
Prepare for Appointment
Appointment Type and Length
- Appointments are scheduled for 30 minutes.
- Starting January 1, 2025, Dr. Lewandoskiwill only be completing immigration physicals on Mondays , Wednesdays, Fridays, or Saturdays 9am – 12pm.
- Most people need the full immigration physical and exam.
- We will try and schedule families together.
Cost
- Immigration Physical – $225 due at the time of service.
- This service cannot be billed to insurance.
- Language/Interpreters – Immigration physicals are conducted in English..
- Patients that do not speak English MUST bring an interpreter to the appointment. The I-693 form must be signed by an interpreter and this cannot be done with a phone/iPad interpreter.
What to Bring
- USCIS Form I-693
- Fill out Parts 1 and 2. Do NOT sign on page 2 until at the appointment.
- Complete Part 4 if someone helped you with Parts 1 and 2.
- Vaccine Records – Bring any and all vaccine records that you have to the appointment. We will be able to access the Indiana state registry for any vaccines given in Indiana at the time of the visit to assist.
At the Appointment
At the appointment, we will determine which lab tests and vaccines are needed.
Lab Tests
- The exam requires testing for tuberculosis (TB) and syphilis for most adults and that is done with blood work.
- If you have been treated for TB in the past, we will need those records and you will then need to have a chest x-ray completed. This can be completed prior to your visit or can be ordered on the day of your visit.
- If your bloodwork for TB is positive, you will then need a chest x-ray prior to completion of the exam paperwork.
- Those between ages 18-24 also need a urine test for gonorrhea.
- These tests will be ordered on the day of your visit and should result within 3-5 days at the lab.
Required Vaccines
Vaccines may be necessary to complete the form and we will determine that at the visit.
- See current vaccine requirements (CDC)
- Please note these requirements may be updated from time to time.
- Vaccine series that are required by age must at least be started at the time of form completion.